A unified account is an innovative trading system that enables traders to simultaneously manage spot instruments, margin trading, perpetual swaps, futures and options from a single account on Gate. This comprehensive platform streamlines trading efficiency whilst optimising capital utilisation through cross-margin functions. The unified account offers multiple modes—simple mode for beginners, single-currency margin, multi-currency margin and portfolio margin—allowing traders to tailor their experience. Key advantages include simplified trading processes without fund transfers, enhanced capital efficiency through profit and loss offsetting across positions, and improved risk management via correlated asset calculations. Unlike traditional systems requiring separate accounts for different instruments, the unified account consolidates all trading activities, enabling traders to respond instantly to market opportunities and implement complex strategies more effectively.